1987 Opel Omega vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
